Bringing Your Dog to Your Engagement Session “Can our dog be in our engagement photos?” Without a doubt, this is one of the most common questions I get about engagement (and portrait) sessions. My answer is always a very enthusiastic YES! I love dogs (we have one of our own), and it’s always the best […]

Larz Anderson House Washington, DC Historic Museum Wedding Venue Larz Anderson House, also known as The Society of Cincinnati, is a little slice of Paris in Washington, DC. If you think the front entrance is stunning, just wait until you see the gorgeous courtyard! Tucked away in the heart of the city, it has its […]

Rust Manor House Leesburg, Virginia Historic Wedding Venue Featuring a beautiful garden (perfect for outdoor ceremonies), historical architecture and a tented space for your reception, Rust Manor House hits all the right notes. Bonus: the tented space is permanent and weather-controlled, making it a comfortable choice for any season.  View Rust Manor House wedding photos […]

Winter Portrait Session Guide | Virginia Photographer Each year I tend to take on a very limited number of winter sessions. At the moment, the majority of my shoots take place on-location in the outdoors. With unpredictable weather and lack of greenery, many couples and families prefer waiting until spring to update their photos. However, […]

Must-Have Late Night Snacks for Your Wedding If you’re looking for a fun (and delicious) way to end your wedding reception, adding a late-night snack is a great option! Not only does it fuel your guests for more dancing, but it’s also a fun way to include your personalities in the day. I’ve had couples […]

My Favorite Way to Share Wedding Photos Your story was made to last. Every year, more and more couples are choosing to invest in the Signature Legacy Album, and it makes my heart so full. There’s something extra special about printing your photos, holding them in your hands and sharing them with your loved ones. […]

The Best Season for Engagement Photos Are you looking for the best season for engagement photos? As it turns out, there’s no one right answer to this question!! It completely depends on your preferences as a couple, the location you choose and more. This is one of the most common questions I get when it comes […]

Should You Get a Professional Wedding Album? Ask Yourself 3 Questions You may already know I’m a big fan of printing your wedding photos. It’s one of the best ways to cherish your special day, in my personal opinion. And although printing a few photos to hang on your wall or office is a great […]

Fall Portrait Session Guide Welcome to my fall portrait session guide! Fall is hands down my busiest season all year. My calendar is filled with beautiful weddings, portrait sessions and a few of my own family activities. Truth be told, I love it. The weather is a little cooler, the colors a little bolder and […]

The Father/Daughter First Look on Your Wedding Day You may have already read how doing a first look with your fiancé is a beautiful way to enjoy your day. But have you heard about doing a father/daughter first look? I’ve been seeing more and more couples include this in their day, and it’s always the […]